My Heart Does Sing

My heart does sing
A song so pretty
Blossoms bloom 
Grass grows
And
Birds sing 

For the song
Sung
Doesn’t weep
but reaches, holds up with strength
All that’s needed  

To keep the earth whole
Skies blue
Stars shining 
And
Waters running 

For they too
Sing
Such a lovely song
Of grace, beauty  
And
Sincere gratitude. 
~ Patrice 

@Patrice Clarkson – 2023

I’ve Heard Your Song

I’ve heard your song
in the early morning light 
and
in the quiet
evening twilight. 

No song
is so beautiful 
no refrain
so caring, so light 

I know
I’ll always be with you 
when I hear
your lovely song 
in the morning, noon 
or
the evening’s night. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2022

Must Be Close To Spring

Must be close to spring
For squirrels are making out
On the deck railing.

Must be close to spring
For deer are eating
Sprigs of exposed grass
Instead of bark and things.

Must be close to spring
For redwing blackbirds sing
A lovely song of spring.

Must be close I’m hoping
To that wondrous season
Spring.
~ Patrice

© Patrice Clarkson – 2014